The best defense against mold is prevention. Buildings that supply antimicrobial flooring product protection, antimicrobial paint product technology, and stain-resistant bathroom fixtures help prevent the growth of mold and mildew. Utilizing mold-resistant products is important, as building materials often contain starches, organic adhesives and cellulose sugars, which are ideal nutrient sources for mold.

Microban protection is infused during the manufacturing process, so it never washes off or wears out. However, it is important to note Microban protection is not a substitute for routine cleanings. For instance, Microban antimicrobial flooring product technologies ease the cleaning process for hardwood, carpet and tile, but is not meant to replace flooring maintenance altogether. Transform your company’s product line of building materials with powerful built-in antimicrobial technology from Microban for fresher, cleaner products.

Bathrooms are moist, humid and are typically warmer than most of the household during use. Building materials used in the bathroom are susceptible to mold and mildew growth. These surfaces are extremely difficult to clean and growth quickly reoccurs.

Carpet is perhaps the most abused surfaces in our homes. Foot traffic, spills, kids and pets make your carpet a breeding ground for microbes. Microban® antimicrobial product protection provides an added level of defense against bacteria, mold and mildew that can cause stains, odors and deterioration of your carpet.

Surfaces with frequent contact and infrequent cleaning regiments can create the perfect environment for bacteria to quickly multiply and grow. In a recent study, over 80% of restaurant patrons said they were concerned about the growth of microbes on door handles.

Hardwood floors might appear clean, but they can harbor microbes from food and other sources. The thin urethane top layer of hardwood floors can be treated with Microban® antimicrobial technologies to create antimicrobial flooring product protection.

Insulation material such as fiber glass or pulp-based fill for sound insulation can serve to support fungal growth and propagation if wet. Protective Antimicrobial insulation technology can be applied to these materials to effectively inhibit the growth of microbes.

Paint is often the last step to the final completion of a job well done. Now you can protect your hard work from the growth of mold and keep painted surfaces looking beautiful for longer than ever before.

Microban® offers the world's first unique "fired-in" antimicrobial tile technology where a custom designed antimicrobial compound is permanently incorporated as part of the ceramic glaze during the firing process to inhibit the growth of stains and odors on the tile surface.